George Street, Chinatown, and Other Sydney-Area Events

What’s on in Sydney

Sydney is one of the world’s most vibrant and exciting cities, with attractions to delight every visitor. From a world-famous theatre and arts scene to heart-pounding sporting events and wonderful outdoor activities, there’s truly something for everyone. Mercure Sydney’s superb George Street location, near Chinatown and other top Sydney attractions, makes our hotel accommodations ideal for those looking to explore the city.

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MEET OUR TEAM: Rodrigo Buenrostro

I'm Rodrigo Buenrostro and I'm 26 years old and I'm originally from Mexico City and I’m currently working as Guest Service agent at Mercure Sydney. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work in diverse hospitality companies in US, Mexico and Australia which has given me the chance…

Winter Getaway in the heart of Sydney CBD

Mercure Sydney in the heart of Sydney CBD just became even more affordable. Stay for three nights and only pay for two. Be sure to book now. Bookings valid until 14 April 2015 for stays between the 31st March until 30 April 2015* *Subject to availability. For full terms and conditons, click here…

HOW TO MAKE YOUR MONEY GO FURTHER?

Hello Everyone!! My name is Harshala Bharath and I am the Finance Graduate Management Trainee here in Mercure Sydney . I have recently graduated from University of Wollongong and believe me as a student on a budget you can learn a lot of tips and tricks along the way as well as still meeting your…

Chippendale- Our secret neighbourhood

Our concierge Adam Gittings has worked at Mercure Sydney for almost 10 years and is both our guests and staff's first point of contact when asking which areas we should visit on the weekend. Adam gives us his insight of how Chippendale has transformed into one of Sydney's greatest food and bar districts.…

2015 Chinese New Year

Mercure Sydney can not wait to welcome the year of the Goat on 19th February 2015. Our Executive Chef has created a delicious buffet menu which will have your tastebuds dancing for more. To book this Chinese Buffet Menu , click here or phone 9217 6708

Housekeeping secrets: how to clean your microwave in minutes!

For those of you who hate cleaning the microwave and our fantastic housekeepoing staff have told us their helpful hints of how to have it looking brand new! It’s extremely simple to do and only takes about five minutes. Fill a microwave safe bowl with 2-3 cups of water and add 1-2 tablespoons of…

Spoil someone special this Valentine’s Day with our Lover’s Package

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and we have come up with a fantastic Valentine's Day package. Our "lovers package" includes a complimentary upgrade from our standard room to our superior room, a degustation menu for two at our Four Elements Restaurant on Valentine’s Night and a full buffet…

New Years Resolutions

With 2015 almost upon us, now is a good time for us to reflect on all the great moments we experienced and the feedback we received this year. In 2014, Mercure Sydney reached gold status in our sustainability program within Accor called Planet 21. The main focus this year was to launch our “E” waste…

Meet our Sous Chef Rakesh Rozario

Sous Chef Rakesh Rozario began his career as a kitchen hand to celebrity chef David Griffiths during his university degree. Rakesh quickly realized he was far more passionate about the flavours and aromas in the kitchen than he was about accounting. Rakesh moved around the biggest kitchen in Sydney…

The best tips for getting the upholstery stains out from our housekeeping supervisor Khum Raj Karki

Nobody knows how to get stains out of upholstery better than Khum! Khum loves spending his spare time fishing and going to karaoke which means he needs to remove stains FAST. With over six years experience Khum shares his secrets with you on how to maintain immaculate furniture without paying the price…